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Retirees: meaning, definitions and examples

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retirees

 

[ rɪˌtaɪəˈriz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

people

Retirees are individuals who have permanently stopped working and have entered a period of retirement.

Synonyms

elderly, pensioners, seniors

Examples of usage

  • Many retirees enjoy traveling during their retirement years.
  • Retirees often seek out part-time work to stay active and engaged.
  • She is part of a community group that supports retirees in their transition to retirement life.

Translations

Translations of the word "retirees" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aposentados

🇮🇳 पेंशनभोगी

🇩🇪 Rentner

🇮🇩 pensiunan

🇺🇦 пенсіонери

🇵🇱 emeryci

🇯🇵 退職者 (たいしょくしゃ)

🇫🇷 retraités

🇪🇸 jubilados

🇹🇷 emekliler

🇰🇷 퇴직자 (toejikja)

🇸🇦 المتقاعدون

🇨🇿 důchodci

🇸🇰 dôchodcovia

🇨🇳 退休人员 (tuìxiū rényuán)

🇸🇮 upokojenci

🇮🇸 eftirlaunaþegar

🇰🇿 зейнеткерлер

🇬🇪 პენსიონერები (pensionerebi)

🇦🇿 təqaüdçülər

🇲🇽 jubilados

Etymology

The term 'retiree' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'retire' meaning to withdraw or retreat. It became commonly used to refer to individuals who had reached the age of retirement and left the workforce. The concept of retirement has evolved over time, with retirement age and benefits varying across different cultures and societies.

See also: retire, retired, retiree, retirement, retiring.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,164, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.